The Humility of God: A Franciscan Perspective
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The humility of God is really about God's relationship to the world and God's fidelity to the world, even when everything in the world seems to fail.—from the Introduction
"Here as in her previous work, Sister Ilia builds on her outstanding command of the scholarship about the work of Bonaventure which has developed so remarkably in the twentieth century. Together with this she brings her personal knowledge and experience of contemporary scientific understandings of the cosmos. In a style that is preeminently readable, she offers insights into issues and problems that are widespread in the present period of Christian history. Sister Ilia has taken on these monumental issues and has opened insights, which can be helpful to many who take their Christian faith seriously."—from the Preface by Zachary Hayes, O.F.M.
The Humility of God: A Franciscan Perspective is the first extensive treatment of a Franciscan theology of divine humility. Through the lens of St. Bonaventure's theology, Ilia Delio searches for God today "in a fast-paced, scientific world that in many ways views God as an unnecessary hypothesis." Using Bonaventure's Christ-centered mysticism, Ilia Delio illustrates God's humility and his relationship to the world, while at the same time tackling these tough questions: How can a God of love exist in such a time of turmoil and suffering? How can a well-educated Christian reconcile contemporary science with the central symbols of his or her faith? (less)
"Here as in her previous work, Sister Ilia builds on her outstanding command of the scholarship about the work of Bonaventure which has developed so remarkably in the twentieth century. Together with this she brings her personal knowledge and experience of contemporary scientific understandings of the cosmos. In a style that is preeminently readable, she offers insights into issues and problems that are widespread in the present period of Christian history. Sister Ilia has taken on these monumental issues and has opened insights, which can be helpful to many who take their Christian faith seriously."—from the Preface by Zachary Hayes, O.F.M.
The Humility of God: A Franciscan Perspective is the first extensive treatment of a Franciscan theology of divine humility. Through the lens of St. Bonaventure's theology, Ilia Delio searches for God today "in a fast-paced, scientific world that in many ways views God as an unnecessary hypothesis." Using Bonaventure's Christ-centered mysticism, Ilia Delio illustrates God's humility and his relationship to the world, while at the same time tackling these tough questions: How can a God of love exist in such a time of turmoil and suffering? How can a well-educated Christian reconcile contemporary science with the central symbols of his or her faith? (less)
Paperback, 180 pages
Published January 1st 2006 by Franciscan Media (first published September 30th 2005)
The Humility of God
A Franciscan Perspective
By: Ilia Delio O.S.F.
Narrated by: Susan Marlowe
Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins
Release date: 30-07-2020
Language: English
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Mar 02, 2018Irene rated it liked it
A Franciscan theologian, the author uses the life of St. Francis and the writings of St. Bonaventure to argue that humility is the quality of God evident in the inner life of the Trinity, the Incarnation, the processes of the natural world, the suffering of humanity and in the mandate of Christians to divinize all of creation. Delio applies some very traditional Franciscan spiritual language to some contemporary theological notions such as Process Theology and a “Cosmic Christ”. This is a great deal of material to cover in less than 170 pages. My prior familiarity with the Franciscan theological giants made some sections, such as her exploration of the Incarnation, familiar and easy to follow. But, other elements, such as quantum mechanics or the concept of “Cosmic Christ, needed a fuller explanation. At times, it felt as if she was clinging to a handful of sufficiently vague catch phrases and repeating them chapter after chapter. This book is intended for a non-scholarly reader. Maybe I need to look at her more scholarly works in order to find the deeper clarity I desire. 3.5 stars (less)
Oct 09, 2010Jeff rated it it was amazing
Delio has wrote a succinct and prayerful work detailing the Franciscan perspective towards God. I highly recommend this to anyone seeking to deepen their own faith journey.
Dec 12, 2020Virginia Aguirre rated it it was amazing
As a Practicing Catholic I have had a hard time being surrounded by strongly opinionated people who want to keep the church “safe” from science and those who feel that the church is being brought down by progress. This book helped me take a deep breath and not feel alone. It gave me a sense of hope.
Aug 02, 2021Kelly Laughlin rated it it was amazing
This is one of those rare times that I look forward to reading again. Lots of food for thought regarding how religion reconciles itself with today's world, spirituality, science and our search for celebrating the God who breathes life into each of us. ...more
Aug 07, 2011Deb Weina rated it it was amazing
The best spiritual book that I have picked up in a long time. This book helped me understand in a much clearer way, why I am Franciscan, my relationship with God, and why I can walk life in no other manner. Illia writing is clear and passionate.
a lovely book ... i will need a second reading to glean more from it
May 09, 2008Michael added it
A different view of christ, one of relational and one of reaching out in humility, deeply thought provoking
May 24, 2018Ephrem Arcement rated it really liked it
Sr. Ilia goes to the heart of Christian spirituality and to the heart of God in this illuminating work which offers great wisdom for Christian seekers in the 21st century.
